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- Page 1 285 Clamp on Meter Instruction Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………………..3 Safety & Guidelines…………………………………………………………………………………………4 Specifications………………………………………………………………………………………………..5 & 6 Controls & Functions………………………………………………………………………………………..6 & 7 Measuring DC Volts………………………………………………………………………………………...8 Measuring AC Volts…………………………………………………………………………………………8 Measuring Resistance………………………………………………………………………………………9 Measuring Continuity………………………………………………………………………………………..9 Measuring Diodes………………………………………………………………………..…………………10 Measuring Capacitance………………………………………………………………………..…………..10 Measuring Frequency………………………………………………………………………………..……..11 Measuring Temperature…………………………………………………………………………………...11 Measuring DC Microamps…………………………………………………………………………………12 Measuring AC Amperage………………………………………………………………………………….12 Non-Contact Voltage……………………………………………………………………………………….13 Record &... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing TPI products. The 285 is easy to use and built to last. It is backed by a three year limited warranty. Please visit www.testproductsintl.com to register your meter. Product Description The slim design 285 is a hand-held, auto ranging clamp-on DMM with Bluetooth output for use with the TPI View app. -
Page 4: Safety & Guidelines
Have someone check on you periodically if working alone. • Have a complete understanding of the circuit being measured. • Disconnect power to circuit, then connect test leads to the 285, then to circuit being measured. • NEVER Attempt to measure unknown high voltages. -
Page 5: Specifications
Continuity Specifications Threshold to audible beep Protection ACV (45Hz ~ 450Hz) Approximately < 7Ω 600V Peak Range Res. Accuracy Impedance Capacitance 0.001V +/- (1.2% + 3 digits) 10MΩ 0.01V Range Res. Accuracy Protection 600V 0.1V +/- (1.5% + 3 digits) 0.001nF +/- (5.0% + 20 digits) 750V... -
Page 6: Controls & Functions
Controls and Functions General Specifications 6000 count dual display LCD Display with backlight Max Voltage between input terminal and 1000VDC / 750VAC ground Operating Temperature 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 40°C) Storage Temperature -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C) Relative Humidity 80% non-condensing 6,562 feet maximum Altitude... - Page 7 Values display for some display area functions Not all icons shown are used with the 285 DC / AC Voltage Continuity Buzzer / Resistance Unique Icons Auto Power Off is active. Instrument powers off after Diode 15 minutes of inactivity. This feature can be disabled.
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Page 8: Measuring Dc Volts
Measuring DC Volts Measuring AC Voltage Range: 0 to 1000VDC Range: 0 to 750VAC Warning! Warning! Do not attempt to make a voltage measurement of more Do not attempt to make a voltage measurement of more than 1000VDC or of a voltage level that is unknown. than 750VAC or of a voltage level that is unknown. -
Page 9: Measuring Resistance
Measuring Resistance (Ohms) Measuring Continuity Range: 0 to 60MΩ Range: Buzzer sounds at <7Ω Warning! Warning! Do not attempt to make resistance measurements with Do not attempt to make a continuity measurement with the circuit energized. For best results, remove the resistor the circuit energized. -
Page 10: Measuring Diodes
Measuring Diodes Measuring Capacitance Range: Approximate forward bias voltage of diode Range: 0 to 60mF Warning! Warning! Do not attempt to make capacitance measurements with Do not attempt to make diode measurements with the the circuit energized. Remove the capacitor from the circuit energized. -
Page 11: Measuring Frequency
Measuring Temperature Measuring Frequency Range: -57.9°F to 1830°F (-49.9°C to 999°C) Range: 0 to 6MHz Warning! Note: Temperature measurements require use of the K- Do not attempt to make frequency measurements of Type thermocouple adapter and a K-Type thermocouple signals more than 600V or a voltage level that is probe. -
Page 12: Measuring Dc Microamps
Measuring AC Amperage Measuring DC Microamps Range: 0 to 600A AC Range: 0 to 600µA Warning! Warning! Do not attempt to make an amperage measurement of Do not attempt to make a DC Microamp measurement circuits with more than 600V CAT IV present. Instrument with the test leads connected in parallel with the circuit. -
Page 13: Non-Contact Voltage
Once REL is active, auto range is deactivated. The 285 will beep and the LED next to the NCV key will 2. Measure a point that you want to use as the illuminate to indicate the presence of voltage. -
Page 14: In-Rush Current
In-Rush Current Mode (In-Rush) Bluetooth In-Rush mode is used on the AC Amps range to capture Note: To use the Bluetooth function, download the TPI motor start up current. When a motor starts there can be View app on your smart device. -
Page 15: Temperature Differential
°F. If needed, the default unit of measure can be set using the temperature function and Relative Mode. to °C. (Note: when measuring temperature, the unit of 1. As outlined on page 11, set the 285 up to make a measure can be changed by pressing the FUNCTION temperature measurement. - Page 16 Test Products International, Inc. 9615 SW Allen Blvd., Ste. 104 Beaverton, OR 97005 Tel: 503-520-9197 www.testproductsintl.com Test Products International, Ltd. 342 Bronte Road South, Unit #6 Milton Ontario Canada L9T 5B7 Tel: 905-693-8558 www.tpicanada.com Test Products International Europe Ltd. Rutherford Way Industrial Estate Rutherford Way Manor Royal Crawley...
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